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CC MINS 19780919 M I N U T E S RANCHO PALOS VERDES CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING SEPTEMBER 19, 1978 The meeting was called to order at 7:30 P.M. by Mayor Ken Dyda at the Palos Verdes Peninsula Unified School District Building, 30942 Hawthorne Boulevard. Following the Pledge of Allegiance to the flag, roll call was answered as follows: PRESENT: RYAN, BUERK, SHAW, HEIN AND MAYOR DYDA ABSENT: NONE Also present were City Attorney Patrick Coughlan, City Manager Leonard Wood, Administrative Assistant Trish Hanelin, Director of Public Works Dennis Pikus, Director of Parks & Recreation Maynard Law, Administrative Services Officer George Wunderlin and Deputy City Clerk Mary Jo Lofthus. CEREMONIAL MATTER Mayor Dyda presented a commemorative (304) proclamation to Ms. Margaret Michael in appreciation of her efforts at the recent Fifth Anniversary Celebration. APPROVAL OF AGENDA After addition of the Street Sweeping Contract, the agenda was unanimously approved on motion of Councilman Buerk, seconded by Councilman Ryan. WAIVER OF FULL READING Councilman Ryan moved, seconded by Councilman OF ORDINANCES & RESOLUTIONS Buerk, to waive reading in full of all ordi- nances and resolutions adopted at this meeting with consent to the waiver of reading to be deemed to be given by all members of.Council after the reading of the title, unless specific request was made at the time for the reading of such ordinance or resolution. CONSENT CALENDAR Councilwoman Shaw moved, seconded by Council- woman Hein to approve the consent calendar as follows: MINUTES Approved as presented the minutes of the September 5, 1978 Council Meeting. RESOLUTION NO. 78-61 ADOPTED RESOLUTION NO. 78-61 OF THE CITY COUNCIL REGISTER OF DEMANDS OF THE CITY OF RANCHO PALOS VERDES ALLOWING CERTAIN CLAIMS AND DEMANDS IN THE SUM OF $780,482.22, DEMAND NUMBERS 5370 THOUGH 5427. CLAIM OF GEORGE S. GABRIC Denied claim against the City from George S. (303) Gabric for damages. CLAIM OF VAN BARBIERI Denied claim againt the City from Van Barbieri. (303) The motion to approve the Consent Calendar carried on the following roll call vote: AYES: RYAN, BUERK, SHAW, HEIN AND MAYOR DYDA NOES: NONE # # # # # # # # # # 925 ACCEPTANCE OF DEED City Manager Wood outlined the final procedure FOR NIKE SITE transferring ownership of the Nike Site from RESOL. NO. 78-62 the Federal Government to the City. (1109) Since both past and present Councilmembers had spent a good deal of time negotiating for the purchase of this property, Mayor Dyda moved that the proposed resolution be amended to authorize the Mayor sign the Quitclaim Deed accepting this property. The motion was seconded by Councilman Buerk and carried unanimously. RESOLUTION NO. 78-62 OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO PALOS VERDES AUTHORIZING ACCEPTANCE AND RECORDING OF DEED TO THE NIKE SITE was read by title, Councilwoman Shaw moved, seconded by Councilwoman Hein to adopt the resolution as amended. The motion carried unanimously. Mayor Dyda moved that at the time of final completion of the transfer of ownership of the Nike Site that the City hold an appropriate celebration. The motion was seconded by Councilman Buerk and carried unanimously. BUILDING MORATORIUM - Director Pikus outlined the scope of the LANDSLIDE AREA engineering investigation of cracks developed (701 x 1801) in the westerly portion of the Portuguese Bend Landslide Complex. The City was requesting that the proposal be prepared in two parts: (1) scope of work describing the technical investigation, and (2) a statement that outlines a critique of the technical investigation. Additionally, the City was re- questing that Part (1) , scope of technical work, be divided into two phases: (a) the scope of work, itself and (b) a statement regarding implementation of any mitigating measures developed in the first phase. The scope of work is to include: (1) Analysis of all existing data, (2) Definition of the boundaries of. new movement, (3) Determination of the potential for additional movement of adjacent landslide areas or how the new movement would influence the adjacent portions of the landslide, (4) Determination as to whether or not the boundaries of the ancient landslide complex are adequate and/or accurate. (5) Definition of the boundaries for taking mitigating measures and feasible measures to stabilize the new movement and definition of areas where such measures are not feasible, (6) Rank the mitigating measures in order of priority, (7) Rank the risks involved in the mitigation measures, (8) Analyze the factors contributing to the movement, and (9) Rank these factors in order of importance. The investigation is also to consider the cost effectiveness of stabilizing the new movement in order to lessen the potential for movement of the rest of the landslide mass. The second phase is to implement the mitigating measures developed in the first phase. Implementation is to include: (1) Definition of the immediate action to be taken, within the framework of cost-effectiveness. (2) Definition of the suspect areas for the work, (3) Recommendations for future work, and (4) Rank these items in order of priority. Director Pikus stated that proposals from several engineering firms would be sub- mitted to the City by September 25, 1978 and that copies would be made available to each for the members of Council Council Meeting 926 September 19, 1978 It was the consensus of Council that the City Attorney be consulted in drawing up the conditions for this ageeement to make certain that the City's liability is carefully considered. Council requested a copy of the Director's report. Council agreed to meet at 6:00 P.M. on October 3, 1978 to discuss these proposals prior to the next Regular Council Meeting. ALTAMIRA CANYON Director Pikus reported that had consulted with - PROGRESS REPORT the County geologists about the impact of stream (604) water in this area. It was their opinion that the best way to solve the flooding problem in the Canyon would be to clear the estuary that passes under Palos Verdes Drive South, and also to inform the Portuguese Bend Homeowners Association to provide adequate maintenance on their culverts to keep the water flowing. The appropriate action now would be to advise the homeowners of this and request that they inform the City of their plans to keep this area clear. The Director also reported that the additional traffic as a result of the Portuguese Bend Horse Show would not impact the landslide area. RECESS At 8:40 P.M. Mayor Dyda declared a brief recess. At 8:55 P.M. the meeting reconvened with the same members present. ANNEXATION OF WESTERN AVENUE City Manager Wood presented the Staff report of AREA September 14. This study outlined the effects (105) of Proposition 13, and the sales tax distribution should the Council decide to annex the area. Additionally, members of Council were provided with a report from the Lomita Sheriff's Department on crime in the area. Speaking in favor of annexing this area were the following individuals: David Roche, 1884 Peninsula Verde Drive, Lomita, representing the San Pedro and Peninsula Homeowners Coalition; Polly Culbreth, 1320 Bloomwood, San Pedro, representing Strathmore Homeowners Association; Leo Connolly, 1953 Avenida Felicano, San Pedro, representing the Rolling Hills Riviera Homeowners Association; and, Jay D. Hodge, 28602 Friarstone Court, San Pedro, President of the Strathmire Townhomes Association. Councilman Buerk moved, seconded by Councilwoman Hein to receive and file this additional information. Council discussion then followed with those in favor of the annexation citing the possible increase of $100,000 in sales tax revenues and the fact that this area was originally in- cluded in the fourth city movement for incorporation. Additionally, it was noted the Sheriff's report said the car from this area was the first to respond to calls from the east side of Rancho Palos Verdes and that the loss of this car would affect response time in the City. If the City of Los Angeles was to annex this area, it would be minus for the City. Those members of Council opposing the annexation referred to the Sheriff's report which indicated that this area required 32 man hours per day as opposed to the 50 man hours now required by the City. Concern was expressed over the uncertainty of state revenues that would be forthcoming in the future. It was suggested that perhaps action should be delayed until this situation was clarified. The motion carried on the following roll call vote: AYES: BUERK, HEIN & MAYOR DYDA NOES: RYAN & SHAW CLOVERCLIFF DR. - POCKET PARK Director Law presented the staff memorandum of (1201) September 13, 1978 Parks & Recreation Committee Chairman Al Rosenthal told the Council that the Committee had not had the opportunity to discuss the bids received, but felt that they would recommend rejection. Council 927 September 19, 1978 After Council discussion of the design and cost of a park that would be appropriate for this area, Councilman Ryan moved, seconded by Councilman Buerk, to reject all bids and refer the matter back to the Parks & Recreation Committee. The motion carried unanimously. Councilman Buerk moved to allow additional architectural work only if it was done at no cost. The motion was seconded by Councilman Ryan and carried unanimously. SEA COVE DRAINAGE CHANNEL Director Pikus presented the Staff report of (604) September 13, 1978 which listed the cost of reconstructing the drainage channel, installing a gunite curtain and mistcage. The Engineer's report estimated the cost to be $45,000. Councilman Buerk moved, seconded by Councilwoman Hein to approve plans and speci- fications for the Sea Cove storm drain and authorize the Staff to advertise for bids. The motion carried unanimously. PARKWAY TREES - PEACOCK RIDGE Director Pikus summarized the Staff report of (1404) September 13, 1978 which reported that these trees had been installed at a cost of $2,600 and were maintained by the City for 90 days. After that time, a letter was sent to each resident whose property abutted these trees informing them that it was now their responsibility to provide maintenance. . Since none was provided, they were now dead and staff recommended that Council direct their removal and that no further action be taken. . Councilman Buerk moved, seconded by Mayor Dyda to adopt Staff's recommendation. The motion carried unanimously. CITY LOGO MANUAL Councilwoman Shaw moved, seconded by Mayor Dyda (306) to spend $360.00 plus tax for the preparation of a secretary's manual containing guidelines for use of the City's Logo letterhead. The motion carried on the following roll call vote: AYES: RYAN, BUERK, SHAW, HEIN, AND MAYOR DYDA NOES: NONE RECESS At 10:15 P.M. Mayor Dyda declared a brief recess. At 10:25 P.M. the meeting reconvened with the same members present. SCHOOL BUS RATES Councilman Ryan presented the August 31, 1978 (605 x 1401) letter from ARA Transportation Group an- nouncing a rate increase. Council discussion followed on whether the City should consider controlling the company's rates through the implementation of a franchise ordinance. Concern was expressed about the amount of time necessary to research and administer such an arrangement. Mayor Dyda moved, seconded by Councilman Ryan, to arrange a meeting with the other mayors on the Peninsula in an attempt to get a common position to bring to ARA; and secondly, to have the Staff prepare an estimate of the kind of involvement required on the City's part. The motion carried unanimously. Council Meeting 928 September 19, 1978 (At 10:45 P.M. , the City Attorney left the meeting.) CHANGE IN THE ORDER OF BUSINESS Councilman Ryan moved, seconded by Councilwoman Shaw, and unanimously carried, to change the agenda and consider item No. 17 next. C.U.P. NO. 44 City Manager Wood presented the Staff report APPLICANT: ST. JOHN FISHER CHURCH of September 19, 1978 which outlined the hearing (1804) status of this C.U.P. for the installation of parking lot lights. Additionally, the memo explained that other C.U.Ps. preceded this one. Staff recommended that the request to move the hearing date ahead of the others be denied. Councilman Ryan moved, seconded by Mayor Dyda to grant the request. The motion carried unanimously. CALIFORNIA CONTRACT Councilwoman Hein reported on the Association's CITIES ASSOCIATION request to support County Proposition "A" which (306 x 1102) will appear on the November 7, 1978 ballot. This amendment would amend the County charter to allow contracting with private companies to perform certain services which could be accomplished more economically. Presently, the charter requires those services be performed in-house. Councilman Buerk moved, seconded by Councilman Ryan to support County Proposition "A". The motion carried unanimously. LEAGUE OF CALIFORNIA Mayor Dyda presented a summary of his opinions CITIES RESOLUTIONS on resolutions to be considered at the League (306 x 1102) Conference. With the exception of the following resolutions, the Mayor's amended recommendations were adopted on motion of Councilman Buerk, seconded by Councilman Ryan and carried unanimously. RESOLUTION NO. 8 Councilman Buerk moved, seconded by Councilwoman (Supporting Renter's Relief) Hein to support the Mayor's recommended opposition to this legislation. The motion carried on the following roll call vote: AYES: RYAN, BUERK, HEIN AND MAYOR DYDA NOES: SHAW RESOLUTION NO. 22 Councilman Ryan moved, seconded by Councilwoman (Action Plan Regarding Hein to support the Mayor's recommendation of the Policy Statement opposing this resolution. The motion carried on Human Resources Development) on the following roll call vote: AYES: RYAN, BUERK, REIN, AND MAYOR DYDA NOES: SHAW RESOLUTION NO. 36 Councilman Buerk moved, seconded by Councilman (Relating to Tax Savings Ryan to support the Mayor's recommended opposition by Southern California to this resolution. The motion carried on the Edison) following roll call vote: AYES: RYAN, BUERK, AND MAYOR DYDA NOES: SHAW AND HEIN Council Meeting 929 September 19, 1978 RESOLUTION NO. 48 After discussion of the Mayor's recommended (Relating to the Use of opposition to this resolution, Councilman Ryan Transportation Development moved, seconded by Councilman Buerk to limit Act Funds) debate on this resolution. The motion carried unanimously. Councilman Buerk moved, seconded by Councilman Ryan to oppose this resolution. The motion carried on the following roll call vote: AYES: RYAN, BUERK, HEIN, AND MAYOR DYDA NOES: SHAW CHAMBER OF COMMERCE Councilwoman Shaw moved, seconded by Councilman (306 x 1102) Buerk to join the Peninsula Chamber of Commerce for a membership fee of $500. Councilman Ryan moved to purchase a $500 membership in the Palos Verdes Switchboard. The motion died for lack of a second. Councilwoman Shaw's motion failed to carry on the following roll call vote: AYES: BUERK AND SHAW NOES: RYAN, HEIN, AND MAYOR DYDA AMENDMENT TO THE STREET Council discussed the difference in price for SWEEPING CONTRACT weekly street sweeping, noting that the proposed (14 05) amendment didn't reflect much of a reduction in cost. Councilman Ryan moved, seconded by Council- man Buerk to refer this contract back to the contract subcommittee to renegotiate with Costello Exterior Maintenance. The motion carried unanimously. ADJOURNMENT At 12:05 A.M. Council adjourned to September 30th at 9:00 A.M. for a work session with the Parks and Recreation Committee on motion of Councilman Buerk, seconded by Councilman Ryan. Council agreed to adjourn that meeting to 6:00 P.M. on October 3, 1978 to discuss the geologists proposals on the slide area. A MAYOR ATTEST: LEONARD G. WOOD, CITY CLERK AND EX OFFICIO CLERK OF THE COUNCIL Ar ffLL 4 `. r ___I 7'TY LERK AP Council Meeting 930 September 19, 1978